FLINT PREMISES LIABILITY LAWYERS YOU CAN TRUST
Let Us Help You Get Compensation from a Negligent Property Owner
Premises liability claims arise from a legal visitor on a property suffering an injury due to a hazardous condition on the premises. If this happens, you can file a premises liability claim against the property owner or occupier to recover financial compensation for your injuries and other losses.
However, premises liability claims are not always easy to win, as there are defenses available to the premises owner that you might be unaware of. Also, the property owner’s insurance company is not likely to pay you what you’re entitled to, and in some cases, they might deny you have a valid claim.
Therefore, if you believe you have a premises liability claim, contact our Flint premises liability attorney at Goodman Acker, P.C., immediately. We have successfully represented several premises liability claimants and can help you uphold your rights and protect your interests. Our initial consultations are free, so call us at 248-286-8100 to schedule a free case review.
Why Choose Our Flint Premises Liability Attorney?
At Goodman Acker, P.C., we have represented victims of premises liability claims for several decades. Our lawyers are diligent and will get to know the details of your case on a personal level. We care about you and the outcome of your case and will do all we can to help you get your life back on track.
Our lawyers are ethical, trustworthy, and reliable and will represent you to the best of their abilities if you were wrongly injured.
We have positive feedback from our clients and always treat everyone we represent with dignity and respect. We have also recovered millions of dollars in combined settlements and verdicts and will do all we can within the law to help you get a favorable outcome. We will dedicate a team and resources to you and are always available 24/7 to listen to you and provide guidance.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t have to pay us upfront. We will collect our fees when we secure a successful outcome for your case. So, don’t let legal fees keep you from seeking compensation; call us at 248-286-8100 to book a free case evaluation.
Types Of Premises Liability Claims
In Michigan, a premises liability claim is filed when a property owner fails to use reasonable care to make a property safe for a person on the premises, whether private or public. As such, you can’t sue anyone for an injury on your property unless you rent it. There are different types of premises liability claims, and each depends on the circumstances leading to it.
Here are some of the common premises liability claims we handle at Goodman Acker, P.C.:
Slip and Fall Accidents
These are the most common premises liability claims, and they occur when a person slips, trips, or falls on a wet surface, slippery, or uneven surface. If the property owner fails to maintain the premises in a reasonable, safe condition and warn lawful visitors of potential dangers, they will be liable in a claim.
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
If a person who is lawfully on the property gets attacked by an animal or dog, the property owner would be liable. This would be the case whether or not the premises owner knows that the animal was dangerous or vicious or the dog was prone to biting. Michigan has a strict liability law for dog bites, making the property owner instantly liable.
Swimming Pool Accidents
If visitors drown, nearly drown, or get into other forms of accidents near swimming, the property owner may be liable if they fail to secure the pool area, provide adequate supervision, maintain the pool equipment, or comply with safety regulations.
Negligent Security
This type of premises liability claim arises when criminal acts like robbery, rape, assault, or robbery happen on a property due to lack of reasonable security measures. Appropriate security measures include alarms, locks, guards, cameras, or adequate lighting.
Fire and Explosion Accidents
If a preventable fire or explosion occurs on a property due to a hazardous condition that the owner should have fixed, they might be liable for compensation. Also, they would likely be held responsible if the premises lacked tools for preventing, detecting, or extinguishing fire.
Seeking compensation for the damages sustained due to the negligence of a premises owner is your right, and our Flint premises liability lawyers can evaluate your case and advise you on your legal options.
Who Can File a Premises Liability Claim In Michigan?
Two classes of people can file a premises liability claim in Michigan — licensees and invitees. Invitees, like customers, clients, and contractors, enter a property for commercial reasons. On the other hand, licensees visit a property for social reasons, like neighbors, friends, relatives, etc.
Licensees and invitees can file a claim if they can prove that the property owner failed to maintain and keep the property safe, breaching their duty of care. Also, the licensee or invitee must show that they suffered an injury due to the premises owner’s inability to prevent, correct, or warn of a dangerous condition.
Beyond licensees and invitees, a third class of persons enter a property — trespassers. A trespasser is anyone who enters a property without the owner’s permission. Trespassers cannot file a premises liability claim unless they show that the property owner intentionally harmed or knew of their presence and failed to warn them of a hidden danger.
If, as a trespasser, you have reason to believe a property owner maliciously harmed you, contact our law firm. Our Flint premises liability lawyer will investigate and examine the facts to determine if you have a valid claim.
Recoverable Compensation in A Premises Liability Claim In Flint, Michigan
A successful premises liability claim means receiving economic and non-economic damages from the negligent property owner. Economic or monetary damages are easy to calculate because they have a fixed dollar value and can be proven with receipts and pay stubs. On the other hand, non-economic damages are hard to compute as they are unquantifiable and have no fixed dollar value.
The two cover the following:
- Medical expenses (including medication, surgery, rehabilitation, and other costs related to your injury)
- Lost income (including salaries, tips, commissions, and other earnings you lost because of your injury)
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional distress
- Loss of earning capacity, etc.
In cases where the hazardous condition leads to death, the legal beneficiaries of the decedent can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Our premises liability lawyer in Flint, Michigan, can guide you on how this legal action works.
At Goodman Acker, P.C., we dedicate time and resources to every case we handle as needed, and we do not pass our clients between attorneys.
Flint Premises Liability Attorney FAQs
When prospective clients walk through our doors for the first time, they have several questions about the claims process and compensation amount. Below, we answered some of the most asked questions. We will provide more in-depth answers and address your concerns during the initial consultation.
The amount of compensation recoverable in a personal injury claim varies depending on the case’s facts and circumstances, the injury’s severity, the degree of negligence, and whether the claimant had comparative fault.
No. If the property owner’s insurance company offers a fair settlement, you do not need to go to court. However, you can file a lawsuit if the compensation is meager, or if they deny your claim.
To maximize your compensation, ensure you report the accident once it happens and seek medical attention immediately. Follow all your doctor’s instructions and keep a journal detailing your injuries and recovery. Preserve evidence from the accident site and hire our Flint premises liability lawyer.
Under Michigan law, you must file a claim three years from the accident date. The time starts counting from the accident date, and if you miss the timeline, you lose your right to compensation.
How Our Premises Injury Lawyer in Flint Can Help You
Our attorneys at Goodman Acker, P.C., will investigate the cause and circumstances of your sustained injury. We will examine the case facts to determine the liable parties and their insurance coverage. Also, we will help you gather and preserve necessary evidence like photos and videos, witness statements, medical records, etc.
Beyond this, we will calculate your damages and handle settlement negotiations. If we cannot settle, our attorneys will file a lawsuit and advocate for you. We will be with you every step of the way and keep you updated on the progress of your case.
Get The Help You Need from Goodman Acker, P.C.
If you or a loved one sustained injuries due to a hazardous condition on a property, we can help. We always put our clients’ needs first and do all we can to fight for you. Contact Goodman Acker, P.C. today at 248-286-8100 to book a free, no-obligation consultation.
LEGALLY REVIEWED BY BARRY J. GOODMAN
Barry J. Goodman has devoted his professional life to keeping courthouse doors open for victims seeking justice. Always a tireless advocate for his own clients, Goodman sees his responsibility as a Detroit personal injury attorney in a broader sense as well. [ Attorney Bio ]
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